Frequently Asked Questions

Ice Balloons™ are made from extra-thick, durable latex that’s designed to hold 15 to 20 pounds of water. They’re built to freeze into a solid block and break cleanly when you're ready to use them.

Just fill it with cold water, tie a tight knot, and place it flat on a tray or board in your freezer. After 48 hours, wrap the frozen balloon in a towel and break it on a hard surface. Pour the chunk ice into your cooler, and you're ready to go.

No. Ice Balloons™ are designed for one-time use. When you break the frozen balloon, both the ice and the balloon are meant to be used and discarded.

We recommend freezing Ice Balloons™ for a full 48 hours. This gives the entire water volume time to solidify into a dense block for the best cooling performance.

No. You can adjust how much water you use based on the size of your cooler or how much ice you need. Just leave some air space to allow for expansion during freezing. Typically filling it the size of a standard basketball is about as full as you will want to fill it up.

Overfilling can cause the balloon to stretch too thin or even burst in the freezer. Make sure to leave a small air gap to prevent pressure buildup as the water expands.

Ice Balloons™ last longer, perform better, and cost less over time. They freeze into a variety of chunk sizes that cool faster and melt slower than traditional cube bags.

No. You can use any standard full-size freezer with a flat surface. Just avoid placing the balloon directly on wire racks or grates, which can cause uneven freezing.

Ice Balloons™ are safe for airline travel when empty. They can be packed in your luggage and filled after you arrive at your destination.

We don’t recommend using mini fridge freezers. Most are too small or underpowered to fully freeze the large volume of water inside an Ice Balloon™.

Yes. Once broken and poured, the ice is made from regular water and can be used in coolers with food, drinks, or perishable items. 

Empty Ice Balloons™ can be stored flat in a drawer, gear bin, or bag. Once filled, place them on a tray or board in the freezer to keep them level while freezing.

Absolutely. They’re ideal for outdoor use, helping coolers stay colder longer on multi-day trips without the need to restock ice from local stores.

Wrap it in a towel and strike it on a solid surface like a driveway or porch. Avoid using tools or sharp objects. The towel helps contain the broken balloon and control the ice chunks.

No. Once broken and poured into your cooler, the ice behaves like regular ice chunks. The balloon itself is discarded after breaking, so there's no extra packaging to manage or worry about.